Consulting Utility Forester

About The Team  

At ACRT, we put safety first.Beyond that, our culture always has been, and always will be, about one thing: people.It’s about our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve.We empower the best people to help sustain our world.We’re the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm — giving us the freedom to put our clients first.We’re always looking for driven individuals with good customer service skills who love the outdoors and appreciate the support and independence we provide.We offer qualified training opportunities in areas where they are needed to help our customers reach their fullest potential, preparing them for what their work throws at them. 

About the Role 

TheConsulting Utility Forester(CUF)1 reports to theSenior Consulting Utility Foresterat ACRTInc. This position will play a key role inidentifying, inspecting, and evaluating trees and brush along utility linesandsubmitting inspection results to clients with recommendations. This position plans,directs,and coordinates the activities of assigned tree clearance crews. This position requires aloveof working outside,excellent attention to detail, andexceptional interpersonal communications skills. 

WhatYou’ll Do 

Vegetation Inspecting & Management 

• Identifyand inspect local trees with an understanding of growthrates 

• Map circuits using client continuitylists 

• Patroland investigate distribution and/or transmission circuits and prescribed work to be performed by client tree trimmingcontractors 

• Enter tree trimming/tree and brush removal prescription into hand-held computer or other similar systems, and uses computers and associated software to performduties 

• Notify property owners of tree trimming/tree and brush removal work to be performed relating to clientspecifications 

• Manage the issuance of work and track workprogress 

• Perform outage investigations,when necessary 

• Discusses and negotiate line-clearance crew accessissues 

• Perform herbicideaudits  

• Assist with storm restorationefforts  

Tree TrimmingAssessments 

• Audit tree trimming and tree removal work completed by the tree trimming contractor in the field to ensure compliance with work request forms and approved treetrimming 

• Determine when the next tree trimming isrequired 

• Complete post audit formsindicating adequacy of the tree trimming and tree removal work, andforward the completed forms to the vegetation management program manager orcoordinator 

Maintain State, Local, & Organizational Compliance 

• Obtain permits from public agencies and documentswork 

• Comply with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation managementstandards 

• As requested by the SeniorCUF or Manager, perform all necessary duties for emergency responsein accordance with all safety requirements, law and regulations, and applicable labor agreements 

• Adhere to all attendance and work hourrequirements 

• Conduct work in a safety-conscious manner as not to endanger themselves orothers 

• Wear safety-related equipment such as hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses,etc 

• Know and exemplify ACRT’s Guiding Principles 

Positively Build Upon New & Existing Relationships 

• Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and clientcustomers 

• Display optimism about the work to be done anddemonstrate a positive attitude towards customers, peers, and thecompany 

• Maintain working relationships with local client personnel as well as all relevant federal,state and local governmentalagencies 

• May berequired toparticipate in public presentations andmeetings 

Other duties as assigned. 

About You 

Must haves (must meet one): 

• Education:Associates Degree in Forestry, Horticulture or related field

• Experience:Two years ofrelated utility experience preferred. Must be21 years of age or older. Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.  

Nice to haves: 

• Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry orHorticulture 

• Experience:. ISA Arborist Certification preferred

Your Skills: 

• Ability to learn and use company or job-specific softwaresystems 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office [Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook] or similar software suite 

• Ability toidentify local trees and knowledge of growthrates 

• Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclementweather 

• Ability to read and followmaps 

• Ability to drive andoperate a 4x4vehicle 

• Self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, and work independentlyandas a team 

• Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with senior management, customers, and clients 

• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to exercise good judgement to make good businessdecisions 

• Knowledge of vegetation management and herbicide use is aplus 

• Knowledge of electric utility facilities and hardware is aplus 

This role would not be a good fit if: 

• You do not enjoy working independently or workingoutdoors 

• Are not comfortable driving a pickup truck or 4x4 off-roadvehicle 

• You do not have the ability to calmly communicate with customerconflicts 

Employee Training 

• Employee will need to obtain an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certification as an Arborist within thirty (30) months upon being assigned as aCUF 

• All employeesare required to take an online safedriver course and safety training.  

Drug/Alcohol Testing:  

• Drug/alcohol testing isrequired  

Where We Work  

• Employees will take their companyprovided vehicleto where they need to report for the day. They willgenerally not need to report to an office.  

Benefits 

Health and Safety 

• Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage optionsoffered 

• Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance,short and long termdisability 

• Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Savings Account with company match 

• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible familymembers 

Retirement 

• Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost 

• Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match  

Time Off 

• Paid Vacation 

• Paid Holidays 

• Veterans Day paid time off for ourveterans 

Perks 

• Company vehicle and gas card 

• Mealand travelper diems (allowances) 

• Boot allowance 

• Certification reimbursement program 

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the ACRT salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to customer contact terms, location,  experience, and performance. Other rewards may include Paid Time Off, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, ESOP contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other region-specific benefits as eligible. 

Salary Range Transparency

For applicants residing in New Jersey, the salary range for this role is from $23 min to $ 29 max.

#AINC

We are an EqualEmployment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email athr@acrtinc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Company: ACRT, Inc.